Description
Indulge in this irresistible Creamy Fruit Salad recipe, featuring a delightful blend of fresh fruits coated in a velvety, tangy-sweet dressing. It’s the perfect easy-to-make dessert or side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cool whip, thawed
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup green grapes, halved
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned (drained)
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced (add just before serving)
- Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice (for banana browning prevention)
Instructions
- Prepare Fruit: Wash all fruit thoroughly and pat dry. Slice strawberries, halve grapes, and cut pineapple into bite-sized pieces. If using bananas, slice them just before combining with the dressing, optionally tossing with 1 tbsp lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Make Dressing: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined and fluffy. Gently fold in the thawed cool whip until no white streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Combine: Add all prepared fruit (including bananas if using immediately) to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold until all fruit is evenly coated.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the dressing to firm up. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins